1996 Dodge Intrepid cranks, but will not turn over.

Hi, I was wondering if you could give me some suggestions on what else I could do to troubleshoot my car before calling in the big guns, a.k.a. mechanic.
As I mentioned in the subject line, the engine will crank, but will not start. I can here the fuel pump engaging and there is pressure in the fuel line. So far, I've replaced the the fuel pump relay, ignition module, the spark plugs, wires and air filter. Any other suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

I have a 97 intrepid sort of doing the same thing. Replaced fuel filter, ran for awhile, may start, most time NOT. Have not yet replaced fuel pump, not to sure about fuel pressure and wether or not pump is actually engaging. I have a 97 intrepid sort of doing the same thing. Replaced fuel filter, ran for awhile, may start, most time NOT. Have not yet replaced fuel pump, not to sure about fuel pressure and wether or not pump is actually engaging.

I changed the Crankshaft sensor and camshaft sensor along with the ignition coil and the car still turns over but will not start. The car began just dieing on me at first and then restarting, and then it got worse now it just wont start. I read another site that some guy changed the crankshaft sensor and the stalling out dieing anywhere you are problem went away. I have a 1996 Dodge ES model 3.5 liter 168,000 miles. If anyone has a solution to this let me knowI changed the Crankshaft sensor and camshaft sensor along with the ignition coil and the car still turns over but will not start. The car began just dieing on me at first and then restarting, and then it got worse now it just wont start. I read another site that some guy changed the crankshaft sensor and the stalling out dieing anywhere you are problem went away. I have a 1996 Dodge ES model 3.5 liter 168,000 miles. If anyone has a solution to this let me know

OK , I just replaced the spark plugs, and tested the map sensor voltage that was fine, when I checked the camshaft sensor voltage that was below which means there could be a wiring problem. I put a brand new camshaft sensor in it, and it still came up with low voltage. If anyone had the same problem try checking your wires that hook up to the sensor because i replaced numerous things and the car still hasn't started.

1996 Dodge Intrepid ES 3.5 liter

OK , I just replaced the spark plugs, and tested the map sensor voltage that was fine, when I checked the camshaft sensor voltage that was below which means there could be a wiring problem. I put a brand new camshaft sensor in it, and it still came up with low voltage. If anyone had the same problem try checking your wires that hook up to the sensor because i replaced numerous things and the car still hasn't started.

IT CRANKS BUT WON'T START.REPLACED CRANK & CAM SENSORS ALONG WITH COIL PACK.CHECKED SPARK WITH SPARK TESTER & CHECKED FOR INJECTOR PULSE WITH NOID LIGHT. THEY WILL FLASH TWICE WHEN YOU FIRST START TO CRANK THEN STOP. ANY SUGGESTIONS?IT CRANKS BUT WON'T START.REPLACED CRANK & CAM SENSORS ALONG WITH COIL PACK.CHECKED SPARK WITH SPARK TESTER & CHECKED FOR INJECTOR PULSE WITH NOID LIGHT. THEY WILL FLASH TWICE WHEN YOU FIRST START TO CRANK THEN STOP. ANY SUGGESTIONS?

As your cranking ar over have somebody hit the gas tank with a hammer wrapped with a rag .this happen to me now .if fuel pump is sticking it will start if you hit tank while you are starting ,worked for me .But you will have to replace fuel pump soon As your cranking ar over have somebody hit the gas tank with a hammer wrapped with a rag .this happen to me now .if fuel pump is sticking it will start if you hit tank while you are starting ,worked for me .But you will have to replace fuel pump soon

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It sounds like you just hit it...timing chain is bad. Try spraying ether into the air intake, it should attempt to start if it doesn't, would place a spark tester between the plug wire and the plug. If you have spark, there is only one thing left, change the timing chain.

You need to do a fuel pressure check.. You will need a special fuel gauge and the appropriate fittings and adapters are needed to properly test the fuel pressure.

1. Relieve the fuel pressure. Remove the fuel pump relay form the Power Distribution Center (PDC) Start the engine and run until it stalls. attempt restating the engine until it will no longer run. Turn the ignition key off. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. Replace the fuel pump relay in the PDC. Any if you get any trouble codes at this time you will need to see a shop to have them cleared.

2. Disconnect the quick-connect fuel line fitting fuel gauge into the fuel line using the appropriate T-fitting and adapters.

3. Start the engine and check the pressure on the gauge, your reading should be 49 PSI with the pressure with the engine idling.

4. if the fuel pressure is not 49 PSI: 1) if fuel pressure is higher you could have a pinched of clogged fuel return hose of pipe. if the line is not obstructed check the fuel pressure regulator. 2) if fuel pressure is lower check the fuel filter, look for a pinched of clogged fuel hose between the tank and the fuel rail. check the pressure regulator for malfunctions. Look for leaks in the fuel line.

There are to many things that can cause the no start. Here is a link that can help you understand the possible problems and links to how to retrieve the DTC codes which is activating your Auto Shutdown relay.
Good luck and hope this helps. Keep me posted
http://www.allpar.com/fix/stall.html

check the asd relay swap it with another like it. also check fuses and old car alarm if it had one.the cam and crank sensor will not affect fuel pressure. the cam sensor should not stop this car from starting. but the crank sensor will. good luck.

well first i can tell you to check your grounds from the battery for corrosion , it can be inside the cables also. next check out all the work you just did, make sure all electrical connections are tight, plug wires etc, any thing you touched.do the lights work fine when you try to turn it over? It could be alternator. if it turns the crank then it has to be an electrical problem. i will give you more ideas when they come to me.

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the socket will be metric size and it could be European metric which means that the socket size will be one off Asian socket size for example Asian sizing goes 10-12-14-17-19-21 etc where the other goes 11-13-15-16-20-22 etc
if the one you are using is a fraction too big get a socket 1 size smaller
use an impact gun to undo the bolt

If you have a friend that will help you jump start the vehicle that would be great. If not, I would suggest taking the battery out and take it to AutoZone and have them charge it and check it to see if its bad. Hope this helps and please visit my auto-repair-website and give me a thumbs up: http://www.bigasautorepair.com/

Its a fairly big project. You have to be able to raise and lower the engine, and it takes an impact gun to get the crank pulley off.
I would suggest getting a book and reading the procedure before you start to make sure you can handle it, especially if you want to do it at home.

Hi and welcome to FixYa!
There's a big possibility that the MAF sensor is faulty. If the MAF is faulty you'll have vacuum irregularities. No wonder why the idle speeds up and it may drop too in any given time. I suggest that you have the MAF sensor replaced to resolve the issue.
Hope this helps and thank you for using FixYa! Have a good one!

it is a big job since you need ro crimp the hoses properly. I would recommend to send this to a specialist since improper fittings would mean leakage or contamination of the fluids which may lead to loss of pressure, damage or accidents.

Put a longer pipe to the tire wrench, those air guns do wonders, then you are stuck in the road, because you can't undo the lugs.
SuggesT you keep a 2 - 3 FT pipe in the trunk that fits over the lug wrench handle. If you have time loosen them all and tighten them with the wrench only. Can't figure out why the heck those places put the lugs on so tight. (money of course) Can't change the tire, time to call for help AAA or the local joe who is going to charge you for coming out there. If you are female, call the state troopers for assistance.